In Loving Memory of Samuel Thomas

Samuel Monk Thomas

Samuel Monk Thomas, 74, made heaven a better place on April 21, 2017. He passed away at his home in Dalton, PA surrounded by his loving family.

Sam, or ZOOP as his friends and family knew him, was born in Scranton, PA, to the late Andrew M. and Florence Meyers Thomas on January 21, 1943. He grew up with his seven siblings on his family’s farm in Dalton, PA. As a young man, Sam worked for International Salt Company. Then, following in his father’s footsteps he bought his first Brockway Tractor and drove as an owner operator for the rest of his career. Later in life, he discovered his true passion of farming. Sam enjoyed putting in hay, working on trucks and farm equipment, and feeding his animals. He took great pride in his home and farm. His house and garage were meticulously organized, and his lawn always groomed to perfection. Sam’s cows would run to the fence when they saw him step outside or drive down the dirt road, they knew how much he cared for them.

Sam loved his family beyond words. He was a dad, papa, brother, uncle, friend, hero, idol, mentor, and trucking partner. He was always there for anyone that needed a hand. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially the fishing trips to Canada, the bear hunts to Maine, and deer season on the farm. Almost every day, he spent time with either his son, daughters, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, or whomever happened to stop by that day. Weekends were spent hanging out in the garage with his family, door wide open, talking about old times, good times, and how the world has changed. Sam was so much to so many. Our hearts will forever be filled with his special ways, and a day won’t go by that we won’t miss or have heartfelt thoughts of him.

Sam was preceded in death by his brothers, Andrew M. Thomas Jr., William M. Thomas, and John M. Thomas.

A funeral service will be held Thursday at 7pm in the Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home, Inc. 318 East Drinker Street in Dunmore. Visitation will take place prior to the service on Thursday from 5pm-7pm.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Ave.

So many wonderful memories of you. How greatly you will be missed,The farm will never be quite the same. Rest in heaven dear Sam and know what a wonderful impact You made on so many lives. Love you and pray for your whole family in the lost they are feeling..

Andy Thomas
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Sam ThomasReply #2 on : Tue April 25, 2017, 18:38:36

Sam, one of my Greatest Mentors..He was always there for everyone...nothing more can be said about him that hasn't been said..He will be Greatly missed..But he will always live in our Hearts.Love you

Lisa Lewis
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Thoughts and PrayersReply #1 on : Tue April 25, 2017, 18:19:31

Our deepest condolences for the loss of a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for the whole family